UD Almería U19 'A' face crucial match in Spanish Cup aspirations
The UD Almería Academy products take on Málaga CF U19s in a must-win clash at the Francisco Pomedio Stadium
UD Almería U19 'A' will face a pivotal match in their Copa del Rey aspirations this Saturday at 3:30pm, as they host Málaga CF U19s at the Francisco Pomedio Stadium in Huércal de Almería. With just 6 Matchdays remaining before the halfway point of the season, the Academy Rojiblancos find themselves in 8th place with 16 points, while Málaga CF U19s occupy 4th place with 19 points.
The top 4 teams in the group will qualify for the Spanish Cup U19, with the possibility of 5 teams qualifying. A win for UD Almería 'A' would see them draw level on points with Málaga CF U19s, leaving them with 5 more matches to secure a top 4 spot. Of those remaining fixtures, 3 will be at home and 2 away, offering the team a strong chance to push for a coveted Cup place.
UD Almería U19 'A' head coach Rafilla will have a boost to his squad with the inclusion of World Cup player Ramón Martos, who made a brief appearance last week in Granada after returning from Qatar.
Meanwhile, UD Almería U19 'B' have a break this week as the lads continue to lead their group.
UD Almería Academy Age Group fixtures:
U16s
Almería 'A' vs CD Altair – Sunday, 1:30pm, Los Pinos (El Alquián)
Puerto de Motril vs Almería 'B' – Saturday, 5pm Antonio González Ruiz Field
U14s
Almería 'A' vs CD Mosquito – Saturday, 1:15pm, Los Pinos
CD Español Albolote vs Almería 'B' – Saturday, 1pm. Antonio Garrido Field
U12s
Almería 'A' vs AD Málaga CF – Saturday, 12 noon. Juanjo Salvador Sports Centre (Pechina)
Almería 'B' vs AD Parador – Sunday, 12 noon. Los Pinos
Under-10s
La Cañada At. vs UD Almería 'A' – Friday, 8:00pm, La Cañada Sports Complex
Almería 'B' vs Vícar Cultural – Sunday, 11:00am, Antonio Palenzuela Field (Viador)
Under-8s
Almería 'A' will not play this weekend as their opponents have withdrawn from the competition
Almería 'B' vs Mojácar – Saturday, 12:30pm. Los Pinos.